Cool MateMeaning of Otherwise
used to state what the result would be if something did not happen or if the situation were different
In simple words: In a different way or situation.
Otherwise in a sentence
- You need to study harder; otherwise, you might fail the exam.
- We should leave now; otherwise, we will be late to the meeting.
- She suggested the restaurant; otherwise, we could have ended up in a fast food place.
- You must wear a helmet; otherwise, you could get seriously hurt while biking.
- Make sure to follow the instructions; otherwise, your application will be rejected.
How to use Otherwise
Use 'otherwise' to show an alternative outcome. It fits well in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in very casual situations.
Grammar pattern
otherwise + clause
Memory hint
Think of 'other-wise' — if this doesn't happen, think of another way.
Related words
Collocations with Otherwise
- otherwise engaged
- do otherwise
- think otherwise
- behave otherwise
Synonyms for Otherwise
- alternatively
- if not
- in other respects
- or else
Opposites of Otherwise
Common mistakes with Otherwise
- Using 'otherwise' without a complete thought to follow.
- Confusing 'otherwise' with 'elsewhere' or 'otherwise'.
- Misplacing 'otherwise' in a sentence, leading to unclear meaning.
Otherwise appears in
Otherwise in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وإلا
بطريقة أو حالة مختلفة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নইলে, অন্যথায়
অন্যভাবে বা অন্য পরিস্থিতিতে।
- GermanDeutsch
Andernfalls
Auf eine andere Art und Weise oder in einer anderen Situation.
- SpanishEspañol
De lo contrario
De una manera o situación diferente.
- Persianفارسی
در غیر این صورت، وگرنه
به شکلی یا در شرایطی متفاوت.
- FrenchFrançais
Sinon
D'une autre manière ou dans une autre situation.
- Hindiहिन्दी
वरना, अन्यथा, नहीं तो
दूसरे तरीके से या दूसरी स्थिति में।
- ItalianItaliano
Altrimenti, sennò, in caso contrario
In un modo o in una situazione diversa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Caso contrário, Senão, De outra forma
De um jeito diferente ou numa situação diferente.
- RussianРусский
иначе, в противном случае
По-другому или в другой ситуации.
- Urduاردو
ورنہ، بصورت دیگر
کسی اور طرح سے یا کسی اور صورتحال میں۔
- Chinese中文
否则
在不同的方式或情况下。
More words like Otherwise
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Otherwise
What does Otherwise mean?
In a different way or situation.
What is the definition of Otherwise?
used to state what the result would be if something did not happen or if the situation were different
How do you use Otherwise in a sentence?
You need to study harder; otherwise, you might fail the exam.
Can you give another example of Otherwise?
We should leave now; otherwise, we will be late to the meeting.
What are synonyms for Otherwise?
Common alternatives include alternatively, if not, in other respects, or else.
What is the opposite of Otherwise?
Opposite meanings include similarly, consequently.
What words go with Otherwise?
It commonly pairs with otherwise engaged, do otherwise, think otherwise, behave otherwise.
What are common mistakes when using Otherwise?
Using 'otherwise' without a complete thought to follow. Confusing 'otherwise' with 'elsewhere' or 'otherwise'. Misplacing 'otherwise' in a sentence, leading to unclear meaning.
How do you pronounce Otherwise?
US: /["/ˈʌðərwaɪz/"]/, UK: /["/ˈʌðəwaɪz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Otherwise?
Use 'otherwise' to show an alternative outcome. It fits well in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in very casual situations.
What CEFR level is Otherwise?
"Otherwise" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.